What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loader Operator position at Martin Marietta?
Loader Operator Position
Responsible for safely and efficiently operating a Loader around a sand plant. Daily pre and post inspection of working area safely maintaining work areas with adequate berms and roadways. Follow correct loading practices. Maintaining quality of product stockpiles. Safe work around conveyors and surge piles at all times. Maintain safe working speeds and promote leadership of truck drivers. Assist in maintenance of loader and preforming daily preventative maintenance on loader. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor; participate in safety inspections and plant safety program.
Responsibilities
- Prioritizes SAFETY, then QUALITY, followed by PRODUCTION
- Will take an active role in the plant safety initiatives
- Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times
- Performs daily preventative maintenance - tire pressure, oil, grease, diesel fuel, hoses for leaks and all moving parts for proper function
- Assist with training of co-workers as needed
- Daily pre and post Inspections of work area
- Safe loading and dumping operations around conveyors and surge piles
- Maintain adequate roadways
- Proper quality control for product stockpiles
- Maintain safe traffic flow around site
- Participates in other tasks required by supervisor
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience required
- Must be safety conscious, dependable, motivated and possess a positive attitude in working with others as a team
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check
- Must be able to use hand tools and grease gun to perform all phases of loader maintenance
- Experience and knowledge of operation and maintenance of a front-end loader
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Effective coordination and communication skills
- Understand team-based management
- Mechanical knowledge
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously